VPA (Victorian Planning Authority) is planning for the future of the Preston Market Precinct to provide homes and jobs for a growing Victoria while supporting the market to thrive into the future. In May 2021 VPA released draft plans for the precinct, which included a protected fresh food market, new homes and jobs, new green…
General Building Design Details Facades, Materials and Entries Key Outcomes To encourage high quality architecture that positively contributes to garden residential streetscapes. To provide building entries that are clear and welcoming. To incorporate materials, colors and architectural details that reflect a residential palette and the local residential context. Design Suggestions Building Facades High quality, attractive…
Overview The Guidelines are comprised of four main parts: Quality Design PrinciplesBuilding Typed and Key OutcomesGeneral Building Design DetailsDesigning for the Community Implementation and Relationship with Other Planning Documents: State Government Initiatives The Victorian Government is in the process of implementing significant reforms to planning and urban design requirements across Victoria. The Guidelines do not…
Learn more about activity centres overview Overview Metropolitan Melbourne has a network of activity centres. This network is defined within Plan Melbourne and is classified into three main types: Metropolitan Activity Centres, Major Activity Centres and Neighbourhood Activity Centres. As the metropolitan area grows, new activity centres will be needed to serve new and changing…
Melbourne was founded in 1835 and was officially declared a city by Queen Victoria in 1847. Read about Melbourne’s strategic planning history Melbourne was founded in 1835 and was officially declared a city by Queen Victoria in 1847. Today, Melbourne is consistently recognised as one of the world’s most liveable cities and has a long…